Submit a recommendation or apply yourself
Do you know a bar that deserves to win the "Best Longseller Bar" award? Is your bar staffed by the up-and-coming talent of the Swiss bar scene? Or do you run the best bar team in Switzerland? It doesn't matter whether you apply yourself or recommend a bar or a person for an award at Swiss Bar Award : We will check every tip and every application. The closing date for applications is 30 April 2021.
Which bars will make it onto this year's longlists and which Barkeeper (m/f) will be invited to the qualifying round, you will find out on 26 May 2021. Then the longlist of the seven categories will be presented.
Apply now in 7 categories
The application phase is now open. You can apply online in one or more categories. Do you have any questions about the SWISS BAR AWARDS? We answer frequently asked questions in our new FAQ section.
Barkeeper of the year (m/f)
Born in 1997 and working full-time in the bar business. The supreme discipline. The best Barkeeper (m/f) of the year convinces with hospitality, creativity and expertise. To the application
Best Barkeeper Talent (m/f)
Born 1998 - 2002, working full-time or part-time in the bar business. The award for the greatest young talent in the Swiss bar scene. To the application
Best Newcomer Bar
New or re-opening on 1 January 2019 or later. Locations that have recently opened or been extensively renovated. To the application
Best Longseller Bar
A place to be for over 10 years. Locations with strong charisma that have been anchored in the bar scene for over a decade. To the application
Best Bar Menu
Attractive bar menu in printed or digital form. Entertaining bar menu with contemporary offerings that you won't want to put down even after ordering. To the application
Best Hotel Bar
Bar and at the same time the flagship of a hotel. Hotel bar that convinces locals and guests with service, quality, location and hospitality. To the application
Best Bar Team
Bar team consisting of at least three people. Team that is popular with guests, employees and bar professionals thanks to exemplary personnel management. To the application
